Is the Bordoodle Better than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier as a Pet? Our Answer.

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Bordoodle Versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Bordoodle and for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Bordoodle or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

Bordoodle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bordoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Bordoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Bordoodle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bordoodle to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

Factor Bordoodle Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Height 12 to 22 inches 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 4/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 18 to 24 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1890 No Data
Price Range $1200 – $2363 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bordoodle in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Bordoodle is 92 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 80 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bordoodle is a better pet than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier. So, you should get the Bordoodle!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    The Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are most similar:

    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are good for new dog owners.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier can tolerate hot weather.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are very playful.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Size Comparison of Bordoodle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

    Bordoodles weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Bordoodles are 12 to 22 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Dandie Dinmont Terriers weigh 18 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Dandie Dinmont Terriers are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bordoodle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    The lifespan of Bordoodles is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Bordoodles is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Dandie Dinmont Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Dandie Dinmont Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bordoodle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Bordoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bordoodles shed more than Dandie Dinmont Terriers?

    Bordoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Bordoodle or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Bordoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bordoodle or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Bordoodles are very easy to groom.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Bordoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Bordoodles have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Bordoodles Bark and Howl? What about Dandie Dinmont Terriers?

    Bordoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bordoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bordoodle vs. Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Bordoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bordoodles can tolerate hot weather.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bordoodle or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Bordoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Bordoodles good family dogs? What about Dandie Dinmont Terriers?

    Bordoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bordoodles and Dandie Dinmont Terriers?

    Bordoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Bordoodle Easier to Train than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Bordoodles are very easy to train.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not easy to train.

    Is the Bordoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Bordoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bordoodle or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Bordoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bordoodle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Bordoodle and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier better suits you and your family.